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  1. Woman having an eye scan

    New £4.2million world-leading eye health research institute coming to Sunderland

    Published on 8 January 2026

    A world-leading multi-million-pound research institute is set to transform the detection and prevention of eye disease

  2. An open diary with fairy lights and Christmas tree around it

    Why New Year’s resolutions struggle to succeed: A cultural perspective

    Published on 29 December 2025

    As we prepare to say goodbye to 2025, a University of Sunderland expert is exploring why we might struggle to stick to our New Year’s resolutions

  3. Collage of pictures of students and academics

    Here's what happened in 2025 at the University of Sunderland

    Published on 23 December 2025

    Check out what happened at the University of Sunderland over the last year

  4. Collage of pictures of Chaplain, Sunderland Minster and the University

    A Christmas message from the University Chaplain

    Published on 23 December 2025

    The University's Chaplain Reverend Chris Howson delivers his annual Christmas message to staff and students

  5. Students in Victorian clothing dancing in hall

    Students travel back in time for their own Christmas Carol performance

    Published on 23 December 2025

    Students from the University are bringing festive storytelling to life at Beamish Museum with an immersive performance

  6. Student pointing in front of other actors

    Christmas panto staged by students comes to campus

    Published on 22 December 2025

    University students took us down the rabbit hole after performing Alice in Wonderland for their annual pantomime show

  7. Woman smiling and holding an MBE medal

    Honours all round for University of Sunderland alumni

    Published on 18 December 2025

    Three graduates have been recognised, including Kylie Dixon, who received her MBE from Princess Ann for services to social enterprise and female entrepreneurship

  8. Robot stood in front of a student

    How students across the region are exploring the exciting world of Esports

    Published on 17 December 2025

    Students from schools across the north-east have taken part in an Esports challenge over the last academic year supported by the University of Sunderland

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    University publishes 2024/25 Annual Report

    Published on 15 December 2025

    "The University posted strong results, despite the considerable pressures that faced the higher education sector as a whole"